Theodoros Rakopoulos
From Clans to Co-ops: Confiscated Mafia Land in Sicily
From Clans to Co-ops: Confiscated Mafia Land in Sicily
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From Clans to Co-ops examines the social, political, and economic relationships that enable cooperatives to operate on land confiscated from mafiosi in Sicily, contributing to debates about cooperativism, labor, and the 'human economy.'
Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 240 pages
Publication date: 13 January 2023
Publisher: Berghahn Books
From Clans to Co-ops delves into the intricate web of social, political, and economic dynamics that facilitate the establishment of cooperatives operating on land confiscated from mafiosi in Sicily. This remarkable project, celebrated by the state as a significant symbolic triumph over the mafia in Italian history, is the subject of Rakopouloss ethnographic exploration. Rakopouloss attention is centered on the access to resources, divisions of labor, ideologies of community and food, and the tangible transformations that cooperatives bring to the lives of individuals in terms of kinship, work, and land management. This book makes valuable contributions to ongoing discussions about cooperativism, exploring strategies for rescuing labor from the grip of market fundamentalism, and contributing to emerging discourses on the 'human economy.'
From Clans to Co-ops: Exploring the Social, Political, and Economic Relations that Enable the Constitution of Cooperatives Operating on Land Confiscated from Mafiosi in Sicily
In Sicily, a project that the state proudly hails as arguably the greatest symbolic victory over the mafia in Italian history, the transformation of clans into cooperatives has been a remarkable journey. From Clans to Co-ops delves into the intricate web of social, political, and economic dynamics that facilitate this remarkable shift.
Rakopouloss ethnographic focus is on the various aspects that shape the constitution of cooperatives operating on land confiscated from mafiosi. This includes examining the access to resources, the divisions of labor, the ideologies of community and food, and the material changes that these cooperatives bring to the lives of their members.
By exploring these themes, Rakopouloss book contributes to broader debates about cooperativism and its potential to address the challenges facing modern societies. It sheds light on strategies for rescuing labor from the grip of market fundamentalism and promotes alternative economic models that prioritize human well-being and social justice.
Furthermore, From Clans to Co-ops engages with emerging discourses about the 'human economy.' It recognizes the importance of considering the social, cultural, and emotional dimensions of economic activities and explores how cooperatives can foster a sense of community, solidarity, and empowerment among their members.
In conclusion, From Clans to Co-ops is a thought-provoking and insightful book that offers valuable insights into the complex dynamics of power, resistance, and transformation in post-mafia Sicily. It sheds light on the potential for cooperativism to create a more inclusive and sustainable future and contributes to broader discussions about the 'human economy' and the role of social movements in shaping our world.
Weight: 366g
Dimension: 152 x 228 x 17 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781800737389
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